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AV56 NBO

2006 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

147,987 mi
Last recorded147,987 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 NBO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 147,987 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 142,812 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 136,791 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 132,269 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2022 132,269 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 129,792 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 127,678 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 126,258 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 123,489 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 119,533 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 6 Nov 2017 119,533 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 115,454 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 110,325 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 110,325 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 91,295 miles

n/s front tyre has small cuts in inner side wall

Pass 9 Dec 2013 76,507 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 76,507 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 62,301 miles

All tyres are getting close to legal limit

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 47,822 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Dec 2010 38,233 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Nov 2009 29,390 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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AV56 NBO is a 2006 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 93,947 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV56 NBO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV56 NBO registered?

AV56 NBO is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 28 September 2006.

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